Chief of Police William Pross Page

Chief of Police William Pross Page

Aberdeen Police Department, North Carolina

End of Watch Thursday, January 10, 1924

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William Pross Page

Chief William Page was shot and killed while transporting a prisoner who had been arrested for several local robberies. Chief Page and the prisoner were sitting in the backseat of the patrol car when the man produced a concealed revolver and opened fire.

The other officer in the car returned fire, killing the suspect.

Chief Page had served with the agency for only 1 year. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

  • Age 52
  • Tour 1 year
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun; Revolver
  • Offender Shot and killed

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Chief Page,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Aberdeen.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

January 10, 2024

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